As the saying goes, "whiteness conceals a hundred uglinesses." So, does this truth apply to teeth? In daily life, people tend to regard white teeth as healthy and a symbol of beauty. Many people rush to whiten their teeth or go to dental clinics and hospitals to ask doctors to apply a layer of "white film" on their teeth. In fact, for porcelain veneers, everyone has the right to pursue beauty, including orthodontics, but they should not be overly blind.
As Orientals, truly healthy and beautiful teeth are not actually the bright white that most people imagine, but rather a light yellow.
Why is that? Because the surface of the teeth is covered with a layer of enamel, which is transparent or semi-transparent, with dentin underneath, which is light yellow. The color of the teeth is related to the degree of calcification of the enamel. The higher the degree of calcification, the more transparent the enamel, and the natural color of the dentin underneath makes the teeth appear light yellow. Conversely, if the enamel is less calcified, the teeth may appear abnormally white or milky white.
Therefore, light yellow teeth indicate a high degree of enamel calcification, which is a sign of health. On the other hand, poorly developed and calcified teeth often appear white, and early-stage cavities can also cause chalky white spots due to demineralization.
Of course, some people's desire for very white teeth is not unreasonable, but the point here is: the color of teeth that matches one's skin tone, temperament, and facial features is the most beautiful. Don't excessively pursue an overly white appearance; moderation is key.